Davis, Kenneth C.

A nation rising : untold tales of flawed founders, fallen heroes, and forgotten fighters from America's hidden history / Kenneth C. Davis. - 1st ed. - New York : Harper/Smithsonian Books, c2010. - xxvi, 294 p. ; 24 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 259-277) and index.

Burr's trial -- Weatherford's war -- Madison's mutiny -- Dade's promise -- Morse's code -- Jessie's journey.

Booklist, May 2010

A series of narratives that explores some of America's lesser-known events in its history including the Bible Riots of Philadelphia, Aaron Burr's 1807 trial, the start of the Seminole War, and more.

Adult Follett Library Resources

9780061118203 (trade : hardback) 0061118206

2009049641


United States--History--1783-1815--Anecdotes.
United States--History--1815-1861--Anecdotes.
United States--History--1783-1815--Anecdotes.
United States--History--1815-1861--Anecdotes.

E339 / .D38 2010

973.09/9